St-Germain & Les Invalides
Prices at this elegant cream-coloured restaurant are a serious bargain and the lunchtime menu is an absolute steal. Dishes are true works of art: on-the…
Must-see restaurants in France
Corte
Unless you exude the same hip youthful vibe as the staff and other customers, you may feel a little unwelcome in this cooler-than-thou hangout. Stick with…
Paris
A perpetual favourite, Le Hide is a tiny neighbourhood bistro serving scrumptious traditional French fare: lobster bisque with shaved black truffles, veal…
Annecy
A talented husband-and-wife team runs the show at this intimate Michelin-starred restaurant. Their passion shines through in the service, wine list and…
Metz
Winningly fresh ingredients shine in regional cuisine, matched with an impressive array of wines, at Les Copains d'Abord. Dishes such as pike-perch with…
Marseille
There are plenty of ice-cream shops around Marseille, but there’s only one that sells black ice cream (coloured by vanilla pods, which lend a unique,…
Metz
Combining the historic backdrop of a 16th-century townhouse with the lighting, bohemian flair and subtly spiced cuisine of Morocco, this is one of Metz’…
Paris
A pretty lavender and fuchsia-pink façade fronts this much-welcomed cafe and cake shop where everything is 100% vegan, gluten-free – and raw. Enticing nut…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
With 120 French cheeses, this fromagerie (cheese shop) is a fabulous place to stock up and taste them at its on-site bar à fromages (cheese bar). Let the…
Parc National des Pyrénées
A fromage-lover's paradise, La Cheeserie whips up a dozen varieties of raclettes and fondues, served with delicacies like magret de canard (seared duck…
Cannes
Fine dining with a price to match, run by experienced chef Jean-Paul Battaglia. The setting is formal – beige chairs and banquette seats, tasteful art on…
Calvi
Of the few eating options within the citadel, A Candella stands out for the stupendous views from its romantic, golden-hued stone terrace, strewn with…
The Pyrenees
This smart restaurant serves top-notch French cuisine. It’s formal inside – ice-white tablecloths, razor-sharp napkins, twisted willow – but it suits the…
Alsace
Brimming with warmth and bonhomie, this winstub is a rustic ensemble of timber beams, red-checked tablecloths, heart-carved wooden chairs and stone walls…
Corsica
The prize for Pigna’s best lunch spot can only go to this gorgeous informal cafe, with its tiered terraces and superb views. The menu features tapas-sized…
St-Tropez
With a plum position near the Viex Port and such an obvious name, you'd be forgiven for thinking this bistro was nothing but a tourist trap, but the food…
The Pyrenees
Hidden down on atmospheric rue de Hédas, Chez Canaille has old-fashioned charm, with burgundy banquettes, red-checked tablecloths and unfussy wooden…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Meats and seafood, charcoal-barbecued to smoky perfection, are the specialities of this trendy address with spartan interior and hip Pigalle crowd. Angus…
Metz
Worth the 3km trek out of town, Le Jardin de Bellevue is a class act. The backdrop is sophisticated, with white-linen-draped tables, shades of taupe and…
Arles
Thirty-eight flavours of artisanal ice cream and sorbet are the mainstays of this glacier on busy place du Forum. Buy a cone to take away or treat…
Colmar
What a delight this nouveau-rustic bistro is, with its friendly welcome and bright interior sporting bare wood tables and milk-pail-lined shelves. The…
Chartres
Tucked off the tourist trail and easy to miss even if you do chance down its narrow street, this atmospheric space with low beamed ceilings is a treat for…
Alsace
Contemporary backlighting and furnishings put a modern spin on a beamed bistro at Le Schatzy. The vibe is laid-back and the menu foregrounds fresh…
Rouen
Arched ceilings, pale stone walls and some low-playing blues set the scene for an enjoyable night nibbling on delicious savoury galettes, while sipping…
Ajaccio
Loïc fishes, Nadine cooks – a winning combination if there ever was one. Nestled across from the citadel in the old town, ‘The Shed’ offers a sunny…
Troyes
Chipper staff keep the good vibes and food coming at this contemporary wine bar-bistro in the half-timbered heart of Troyes, which spills out onto a…
Troyes
It isn't in the prettiest part of town, but stick with this 'greedy monk' as he knows a thing or two about food. The vibe is welcoming in this modern-day…
Atlantic Coast
This gastronomic haven is set among orchards overlooking the River Charente, in the tiny village of Bourg-Charente (midway between Cognac and Jarnac)…
Latin Quarter
Eric Lévy's 20-seat premises is effectively a clandestine supper club where you can watch the chef prepare daily changing dishes (raw mackerel with yuzu…
Colmar
A winstub (wine tavern) in the best of Alsatian traditions, La Soi whips up mighty fine Flammekueche (tarte flambée) with just the right amount of crunch…
Paris
Lit by a Venetian chandelier, this white- and grey-toned restaurant became France's first restaurant helmed by a Japanese chef, Kei Kobayashi, to gain…
The Pyrenees
This festive, colourfully decked-out space fits the bill when you seek a bit more joie de vivre with your dining experience. Amid low-playing grooves and…
Paris
A 1930s art deco extravaganza of the formal white-tablecloth and bow-tied waiter variety, monumental Le Dôme is one of the swishest places around for…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Be it a dirty chai latte, peppery ginger shot, breakfast bowl of chia pudding with fresh fruit or feisty brunch packed with organic veg, this new…
Metz
Huddled away in an old-town backstreet, this bright, modern bistro draws on the best of seasonal, regional produce. Dishes like crispy suckling pig and…
Reims
Sand and claret hues and contemporary artworks create an air of intimate sophistication at this Michelin-starred haunt. Chefs Laurent and Thibault…
Clermont-Ferrand
Homemade burgers, spiked with cheeses like St-Nectaire and Bleu d'Auvergne, tower over plates of fries and salad at this simple but satisfying diner…
Marseille
Having previously run restaurants in Antibes and Fort Lauderdale, husband-and-wife team Olivier and Sylvie opened this colourful bistro off cours Julien…
Nîmes
With over 100 stalls in 3500 sq metres, Nîmes’ covered market is the best place for supplies. Look out for local specialities including picholines – a…
Arles
Alexandre's little joint (the 'Open Box') has become a firm Arlésian favourite for chilled evening eats in the courtyard of the Hôtel du Cloître. It…
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